No surprises in SA U19 WC squad
CSA announced their SA U19 World Cup squad on Monday and there were no surprises regarding the selection after their Tri-Series final triumph on Sunday.
AB: Winning WC has become too important
AB de Villiers says that the pressure to win the World Cup has affected the Proteas’ ability to perform on the big stage.
SA draw World Champions in U19 WC
South Africa have drawn defending champions West Indies in the 2018 U19 World Cup to be hosted in New Zealand.
Let’s show what we’re made of – Kapp
Proteas all-rounder Marizanne Kapp says the long break they’ve had in between games will help them take another victory over West Indies on Sunday.
Proteas edge to victory in World Cup opener
They left it late, but the Proteas Women won their World Cup opener against Pakistan by three wickets in Leicester.
Five great underdog performances
As the Proteas prepare for their one-off ODI against Ireland, we take a look at some of the great underdog stories, which often involves the Irish.
Peterson saves the day
Robin Peterson, who turns 37 today, was instrumental in the Proteas’ comeback victory over India at the 2011 World Cup.
Richards’ World Cup winning knock
On this day in 1979 Sir Viv Richards’ 138 not out helped West Indies defend their World Cup trophy against England at Lord’s.
West Indies win inaugural WC
On this day in 1975, West Indies won the inaugural Cricket World Cup when they defeated Australia in the final at Lord’s.
Last over drama
On this day in 1999, Australia beat South Africa in the World Cup semi-final in one of the most dramatic ODI finishes.
‘You just dropped the World Cup’
On this day in 1999 Steve Waugh’s 120* guided Australia to the World Cup semis after being infamously dropped by Herschelle Gibbs on 56.
Australia v New Zealand: The facts
As the cricketing world awaits the coveted World Cup final between Australia and New Zealand, we take a look at eight interesting facts involving the trans-Tasman derby. 1. It is a history which has been dominated by Australia. In 126 matches, they’ve won 85, while New Zealand have won 35, with six no-results. 2. The sides have met at Melbourne… Read more →
Australia v India: The numbers game
Here are all of the ODI facts and figures between Australia and India ahead of their World Cup semi-final battle in Sydney on Thursday.
How it unfolded for the Proteas
Another World Cup, another semi-final exit for the Proteas, who lost to New Zealand by four wickets in Auckland on Tuesday.
The reaction Down Under
South Africa are in a state of mourning after Tuesday’s semi-final defeat, but on the other side of the world the congratulatory notes have been pouring in as the New Zealand media revel in their team’s success.
